Daiso Product #17: Card Holder

For the longest time I was looking for something that can hold up all the cards I own. I wish they were all debit cards but unfortunately they are not. Anyway glad that I found this from Daiso for only 7.00AED and been using it for many months now. Or maybe for a year now. It is just a late post. Highly recommended. Click here to see the other Daiso items I tried in the past.

Daiso Product #16: Camella Shampoo

Good morning to all! For today I just want to share that this Daiso Camella Shampoo. Truthfully comparing it to other shampoos I tried in the past, there is nothing special to it. But the smell is so great and very much affordable. So if you are into trying out different brands then you should go ahead and buy one.

Well to be fair there is no problem with whatever shampoo I am using but there is a problem with my hair. I have extremely thick and mostly wavy hair. That using shampoo alone will not be enough. I have to use ton of conditioners. Have hair color monthly as my hair are mostly white now. And rebond hair on yearly basis if possible. I just keep on using shampoo to clean my hair.

That is all for today. If there is anything else that I find in Daiso that could be useful for others I will share them over here. Like the make up cotton buds or the most affordable and durable shoe boxes I found last year.

Daiso Product #15: Make Up Cotton Buds

The last time I post something about Daiso was from last year. Well I still buy from Daiso from time to time but I am no longer hoarding or making a haul.

One of the items I purchased this year was the makeup cotton buds. This packet is for only 7AED. The difference? As you can see in the photo the other tip is pointed. Which is perfect on reaching the edges of the makeup like when I used up my Une Breezy Cheeks Blush. 

It will take time before I finished this packet as I am using it only when I am trying to finish a make up or skin care and I am already in the part of hard to reach parts. My English is not good. But I hope my explanation makes sense. Ciao!

Goodbye #97: Daiso Nail Decorations

Daiso Nail Decorations

Price: 7.00AED

Purchased on: 2009

Discarded on: April 2017

I used to have extremely long nails which I think was cool but time has come that I had to cut them all down when I started learning how to cook. I have chosen cooking than having the cool long nails. Found this among my stash. Nail decors that I have forgotten when I have given up using them.

Every time I write about an item I am discarding the more I am realizing what a waste of money I had done for the last 10 years of my life over here. I just wish anyone reading my posts learn a thing or two out of my experiences. Live a minimalist and frugal life and you will have a peace of mind.

Daiso Product #15: Shoe Boxes

Shoe Box
Price: 9.00AED
Purchased at Daiso Dubai Mall

Just when I thought I have taken clear photos and now posting them only to see that no they are not. And the camera was on Automatic Mode. But then moving on.. I checked the available plastic shoe box at Carrefour and Tati Department Store both shops have but pricier than Daiso. So I went back to Daiso and purchased shoe boxes from them only. As I have said I'm cleaning up the room. And part of that cleaning up is letting go of so many item that's creating a clutter and mess in the room.

These shoes of mine are still all on fine condition so instead of throwing them away I'll just send them back home. For sure one of them can still use it. And to prevent any damages to the shoes I decided to put them individually in shoe boxes. At least it looks organized this way. My younger version wanted too many shoes even though I only have 2 feet. And now that I'm old all I'm seeing is a messy room and empty pocket. And so time to change before it becomes too late.

Daiso products that might be useful to you (but some where bad products for me):
Makeup Pouch
Eyeshadow Makeup
Creamy Blusher
Facial Plate
Aloe Makeup Remover
Charcoal Nose Strips
Ellefar Waterproof Mascara
Charcoal Cleansing Cream
Charcoal Face Mask
Clear Mascara
Sole Sap Sheet
Ellefar Water Pack Jelly
Blotting Paper

Current Brands I'm Using

I still have so many items that I would like to share with all of you. Why am I doing so? Well even here in the Middle East the price of gasoline became high. And expect the prices of other goods to follow. I personally don't like it but then just like the rest there is nothing I can do about it but just take it or leave it. Even if the cost of living is so high that it's hard for all to make ends meet BUT still we are all consumer. We all have to eat. We all buy cosmetics. And women like me still buy make up. We still have other needs. 

What I am doing is to keep on looking in the market for the items that would cost less than the other brands we all know. And I want to share them more of public awareness that a certain product exists. No photos for me to share now but here are some affordable brands that I'm using and they are available in UAE Market. I think blogs help as sometime we will not just pick up a brand that we don't know about. When we shop we usually go for brands that we trust. We trust because we had been using it since forever or we see them all the time in advertisements. Or personally recommended by a friend. Blogs introduces us to many brands we don't know exists and actually good. Brands that will not pay for advertisements so they can keep their prices low. Since ads can cost a fortune.

Daiso ~ this is a Japanese shop that we can all compare to a Dollar Store. As much as I can I am writing posts about items that I purchased from them. I know there are still people who are skeptical to use Daiso products but please at least try as I am a living proof that not because they are cheap means they are harmful. I had been shopping to since late last year and it helps to stretch my budget. 

Byphasse ~ it is a Spanish brand of cosmetics that happens to be so affordable and in Dubai it is available in the Tati Shop. Unfortunately there's only one Tati Shop and it is in Mirdif City Centre. I don't know if there are any plans of expansion. I hope so.

Nectar of Nature ~ it is a French brand of affordable cosmetics and available in Carrefour across the UAE. So far the items I tried are water mist, wax strips and body washes. So far so good.

Now to get the best deal I usually buy when there is an on going promo or sale. But not with Daiso. They'll never go on sale as their prices are already the cheapest in the market. Even though I am enjoying these brands for now I will still try to look for cheaper brands if ever there is. And expect me to share them all with you. That's all for now. Thanks for dropping by. Feel free to leave me a comment if there is any questions or suggestions. Good night!

Daiso Product #12: Eyeshadow

Daiso Eyeshadow [Brown]

Price: 7.00AED @ Daiso UAE

Made in Taiwan

For years I had been wanting to try eyeshadow from Daiso but since I am not really into eyeshadow it has taken a long time before I finally gave in and purchased one. Daiso eyeshadows are affordable. Mostly comes in cute packaging and I remember from yesteryears those tiny and colorful choices. I have chose shade of brown so I can use it in office, that is if there will be a miracle in the morning and I will have an extra time haha.

Another photo of the packaging. Details are written in Japanese. Spanish and English. Methinks that somehow Daiso is now big in Spanish speaking countries that they have to include it out of all the languages in the world, eh?

Back of the product on How To Use and Purpose. 

Ingredients if you must know.

Company details and Country of Origin.

The packaging is sturdy and small so you can bring it with you if you want. And I like that the front is transparent. So the shades are visible even without opening the palette.

It has a mirror inside and comes with 2 sponge applicators.

The swatch. Out of the 3 shades I can say that only two looks good on my morena or brown skin tone. The lightest one no matter how many layers I applied on my eyelids it won't show properly. But then I tell myself still it is not bad for the price. 

Last words? This is one of my many Daiso purchases that I don't regret buying. It can hold a candle against other eyeshadows I have. The only reason why I will not repurchase because for sure it will take me a decade to finish this one. Not unless I decide to use it everyday. That's all for now. Thanks for dropping by.

Daiso Haul Part 5

And I am back on the 5th part of my Daiso Haul. As I have said I had been shopping at Daiso since late 2014 and from then on I already purchased a lot from the said store. Some items that takes so long for them to restock I hoard. Usually the beauty items. Like face masks and nose strips. Aside from beauty items I purchased quite a few household items and stationaries which I shared at the previous posts about my hauls from Daiso. These products that I'll be posting today are from Daiso Lamcy Plaza. My favorite branch but not my favorite mall.Let's start:

Daiso Food Container ~ I don't usually buy food containers from Daiso as they don't carry the leak proof containers like the Lock and Lock. But I got this one in pink color though the photo is blur. 3 pieces for only 7.00AED and just like in the photo I'll be using it for cooked rice to be put in the freezer. I'll write a separate post some other time about that.

Daiso Mesh Bath Bag ~ this cute bath bag is for only 7.00AED and yes I need this in the bathroom as I can't find space anymore for my growing body wash and facial wash. Will write a separate post to let you know if it will last a long time or will break easily with the weight of all the stuff I'm be storing it this bag. I really wish it will last to prove that cheap doesn't equate to poor quality.

Daiso Air Mesh Tote Bag ~ another bag that costs only 7.00AED will be using it as make up bag. It is transparent which is good so I can see what's inside easily and it has a handle so I can just hang it. Will observe if it will last a long time or not. Just like the Daiso Mesh Bath Bag above. Watch out Daiso products all of you are under observation haha.

Daiso Airtight Seal Bags ~ I'm not sure if I can use these bags for food items. Haven't check it out yet. Price is only 7.00AED and it comes in different sizes. In the past I purchased at least 3 sizes of it and they are okay especially in organizing little items like buttons, band aids, notes and etc..

Daiso Silicon Feet Mask ~ who say's mask are only for the face huh? This is for only 7.00AED and the good part is, it is reusable. Just forgive the photo as I may have a good camera but I am always in a hurry when taking photos. Between work, household chores etc. I'm always running after time. Will write a review once I use it.

That's all for today. Thanks for dropping by to my page aka my online diary. Feel free to leave comments :)

Daiso Haul Part 4

When I gathered up all the items I bought from Daiso and took photos of them so I can write a post about my Daiso Haul, I was like OMG! I didn't realized that I already bought that much. But what makes it okay is so far all the items are usable for me. So here I am again with another Daiso Haul post and probably there will still be a part 5 and 6 of it. Not too sure though. All items below I purchased from Daiso in Lamcy Plaza:

Daiso Toothpicks ~ this box that contains 300pcs costs only 7.00AED but looking at me makes me scratch my head. Because if saving money is my reason for making a purchase at Daiso I should have chosen a box that contains 1,000 pieces. I chose this box because this is Kawaii (cute) so in the end I have a cute but expensive toothpicks. Photo may not be clear but can still clearly show its cuteness.

Daiso Stationary ~ I got these on sale so each costs 3.00AED only. Until now I am still using paper and pen but I don't buy much because of the price. Obviously with my posts I have way too many items and I can't give them up for various reasons. So the option left is to find the cheapest in the market. This Kawaii stick notes is definitely dirt cheap. And I wish Daiso Lamcy Plaza would have a sale often.

Daiso Sole Sap Sheet ~ each packet costs 7.00AED. This is not always available in Daiso UAE. I bought myself a few variants but until now I can't really say if it is working or not. Used it two times and I haven't gotten around in my supposed to be experiment to be sure that the dirt after using it really comes from me or it is the natural reaction of the sole sheet when wet. I'll do that then write my feedback here. Because I am unsure if this is for real that I haven't repurchase.

Daiso Sweat Absorbent Pad ~ I know in my 3rd part of Daiso Haul I already posted a Daiso Sweat Pad but this is a different variant/color from that one. As the photo suggests you need to put these on your blouse and it will absorb the sweart from your underarms. Think about a sanitary napkin in the underarms. Sounds funny but it is a big help for me. Each packet contains 8 pieces which is good for 4 days and costs only 7.00AED. Those who doesn't like using a deodorant but don't want the sweat stains on their shirt then here's a product for you.

Daiso Measuring Spoon with Egg Separator ~ this costs for only 7.00AED. The one that I am currently using in the kitchen costed me more than 7.00AED and since it is made of steel it has become rusty over time so I decided to purchase it since it is made of plastic. And the egg separator is a bonus.

I'm enjoying writing a post about my Daiso Haul and I still have so many hauls to share but I have to go now and take a rest. Thanks for dropping by till next time..

Daiso Haul Part 3

Isn't it obvious by now how much I really love shopping at Daiso? Most of the items I really need. While some items I purchased out of curiosity. But even so it doesn't hurt me financially big time as Daiso items are affordable. Mostly are for 7.00AED only. And I'm staying away to items that happens to be higher than that amount. Welcome to my Daiso Haul Part 3:

Daiso Medical Bathing Agent ~ I'm not yet using this one and honestly I bought it without even knowing the purpose. I got this from Daiso Lamcy Plaza. I don't think that this is their regular product. They just have a few stocks of this one. It costs 7.00AED per bottle. The word 'medicated' caught my attention so I grabbed 2. I hope I'll find answers at Google regarding this one and once I find out will share them via post here.

Daiso Pore Care Pack ~ this is a Daiso Charcoal Nose Strips. Each box contains 4 pieces. A box costs only 7.00AED. Whenever I see this at Daiso I can't help buying myself one or two. This is a fast moving item at Daiso. But even so it seems that they are not stocking up. For example Daiso Mirdif City Centre doesn't have this for almost 2 months. New batch came but after a week all has been sold out and again customers who wants to buy it has to wait 'forever' for it to arrive. Looking back at all my non Daiso purchase that promises to clean up my nose properly but in the end they didn't really work for me I should have just spent that money in hauling all the Daiso Nose Strips I can get. At least this one I can attest that works properly with no fancy promises!

Daiso Charcoal Pore Pack ~ the same as the photo above but in a different packaging. Daiso Charcoal Nose Strips. Each packet contains 4 pieces of nose strips. Each packet costs 7.00AED. This is also hard to find. I was able to buy 1 packet at Dubai Mall once and I have never seen it again over there again. Bought these 5 packets from Daiso Lamcy Plaza. The last batch of their stock I guess.

Daiso BB Face Mask ~ there are two types of Daiso BB Face Mask. One is Daiso BB Face Mask with Hyaluronic Acid and the second one is BB Face Mask with Collagen. A packet contains 2 pieces of face mask. A packet would costs 7.00AED. Another fast moving item from Daiso Beauty Products. A Daiso branch would go on for weeks without a stock of it. 

Daiso Coenzyme Q10 Face Mask ~ another fast moving item at Daiso. Almost all branches are out of it for a few weeks then last week I saw at least 2 branches stock up again but then they are out of Daiso BB Face Mask. They can't bring make everything available all at once. This Daiso Coenzyme Q10 Face Mask a box has 3 pieces of face mask. And a box would costs 7.00AED. Making it cheaper than the Daiso BB Face Mask. But has a different purpose. 

Daiso Sweat Pads ~ each packet contains 8 pieces of sweat pads. One for each armpit. Means one packet is good for 4 days. A packet costs 7.00AED. When I first saw this item I was hesitant to buy it. Sounds ridiculous. But when finally I decided to buy one and used it well I came back for more variants/colors. There are days that I don't feel like wearing a deodorant or I'll just apply some cream as my underarms becoming dry so I'll just put a sweat pads on my tops/blouse and this is a big help as  I don't stink even without deodorant as it absorbs the sweat. Thankful that Japanese invented this kind of thing.

That's all for now. Till my next Daiso Haul :)

Daiso Product #8: Charcoal Pore Care Pack [Nose Strips]

Daiso Charcoal Pore Pack

Natural Charcoal

4 Pieces Per Box

Price: 7.00AE @ Daiso UAE
Made in Korea

For the last 8 years here in the UAE I had been using a different brand of nose strips. I don't have a problem with that brand but then I am glad that I found Daiso Charcoal Pore Care Pack. The one I am using cost 17.00AED (6 pieces in a box). Yes, price plays a major factor why I made the switch. Daiso is cheaper. But can do the same job. Definitely no way that I'll ever use another brand again. But the downside of this Daiso is the availability. It is usually out of stock. When you see it available you better stock up or wait a long time when it will be available again.

 

As of the first weekend of April they were not available at Mirdif City Centre and Lamcy Plaza. So for this month of April even though I no longer have a budget once it becomes available I'll surely buy a dozen or so. I cannot live without nose strips as sadly white heads whether I like it or not is something I cant get rid off 100%. Nose products can only lessen them but not make them totally vanish for good.

Daiso Product #7: Ellefar Waterproof Mascara

Daiso Ellefar Waterproof Mascara

Ellefar Princess Series

Ellefar Princess Volume Mascara

Price: 7.00AED @ Daiso UAE

Made in China

Right after my disappointment with Daiso Clear Mascara it didn't stop me from buying another mascara AGAIN from Daiso. This one is called Daiso Ellefar Waterproof Volume Mascara. I am not really into mascara but then seeing so many photos from Instagram or other social networking sites; those beautiful women with beautiful lashes... It is encouraging me to try it out too. My verdict? This is value for money I think. I got what I paid for. I am not really extremely happy but not disappointed. Makes my lashes thicker but not longer. I am glad that I was able to try it without spending a fortune. But I will not purchase again as it is not really my thing. Lastly, yes this is really waterproof. Stays on my lashes the whole day. Will just finish it then stop using a  mascara as at night I am already too lazy to remove it. I'd rather have a few minutes added to my sleep than spending those minutes removing the mascara. But then that is just me :)

Daiso Products

My quest for an affordable skin care products led me to Daiso. Daiso is a Japanese Store where we can buy almost everything in a very affordable price. I remember when I first came to UAE they have a big branch in Sharjah City Centre and that branch do have a wide range of skin care products but then I was not able to shop there since I moved to Ajman. And for so many years of my stay here in UAE I seldom visit Daiso. They do have a branch in Ajman but it is out of my way. When finally after so many years I was able to visit Sharjah City Centre sadly, Daiso is not there anymore.

Daiso UAE is very different from Daiso in Japan or Daiso in Manila. For example, not all Daiso in UAE do carries the items on this photo. Daiso UAE has very limited selection of skin care products. Probably due to restrictions in UAE customs, I am not so sure. Daiso UAE doesn't carry any food items, is it because they are not Halal? I was able to find all these 3 items only in Daiso Oasis Mall branch. I can vouch that these products are good in spite of me not being able to know or understand the ingredients as they are written in Japanese.

And lastly, if you must know each item cost only 7AED. Way more affordable from the products I buy from grocery stores or from pharmacies. Next time I will write a post for each items. Goodnight for now.

Ciao!